Synonyms for

Gradient

Verb / ˈgreɪdi:ʌnt / Another word for gradient — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Gradient refers to the rate of change of a physical quantity.

Synonyms & similar words

slope slope incline pitch gradient grade ascent rise acclivity climb elevation hill ramp upgrade inclination tilt bank angle fall drop declivity

Synonyms by register

Formal

slope incline grade pitch

Informal

tilt slant angle

Literary

descent ascent

Antonyms

level flat even uniform constant same

Common collocations

  • steep gradient
  • gentle gradient
  • gradient of a function
  • temperature gradient
  • pressure gradient
  • color gradient
  • gradient descent

Word family

noun gradient
adjective gradient

Usage note

In mathematics, 'gradient' refers to the rate of change of a function. In general usage, it describes a slope or incline.

Example sentences

  1. The gradient of the hill was too steep for me to ride my bike up.
  2. Can you measure the gradient of the water flowing from the tap?
  3. The gradient of the temperature change was steep, causing the snow to melt quickly.
  4. The gradient of the graph indicates a positive correlation between the two variables.
  5. We need to calculate the gradient of the hill before starting to build the road.

Quotes

  • The gradient of the mountain teaches us to climb.
  • Life is a gradient, and we are all climbing it.
  • Success is not a steep gradient, it is a steady climb.

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